Overview
This Anthropology (Research) programme at University of Kent is one-year full time or two-year part-time. You research and write a thesis under the supervision of one or two academic staff. We have a vibrant research group whose interests stretch across the range of social anthropology.
PhDSocial or Biological Anthropology research
The PhD is a three-year full-time and five-year part-time programme. You research and write a thesis of a maximum of 100,000 words under the supervision of an academic team. Students participate in the vibrant seminar-culture of the School and have opportunities to meet and interact with researchers who lead major anthropological fields.
Careers
All of our Anthropology Master’s programmes are recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as having research training status, so successful completion of these courses is sufficient preparation for research in the various fields of social and biological anthropology. Many of our students go on to do PhD research. Others use their postgraduate qualification in employment that includes international organisations, NGOs, government departments and consultancy work overseas.
The School has a very good record for postgraduate employment and academic continuation. Studying anthropology, you develop an understanding of the complexity of all actions, beliefs and discourse by acquiring strong methodological and analytical skills. Anthropologists are increasingly being hired by companies and organisations that recognise the value of employing people who understand the complexities of societies and organisations.
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- Dynamic publishing culture
- Social Anthropology
- Biological Anthropology
- Skeletal Biology
- Primatology
- Digital Anthropology: Cultural Informatics and Computational Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
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Although there is no fixed closing deadline for applications to research degrees, we strongly recommend that you apply as soon as possible.
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Area & Cultural Studies Anthropology Ethnic Studies View 77 other Masters in Ethnic Studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A good honours degree (2.1 or above) in anthropology or other associated fields.
- All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.
Tuition Fee
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International
17400 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 17400 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
4596 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4596 GBP per year during 12 months.
- UK part time - £2298
- International Part time- £8700
- EU part-time £8700
Living costs for Canterbury
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.